This has been a difficult year for all of us. More than 1 out of every 1,000 Iowans has died of COVID-19. As a state we’ve had more than 250,000 confirmed cases of the virus, but even for those who haven’t been directly affected by the pandemic, it’s been a difficult year, with financial losses, lost opportunities and isolation.
With a dark and difficult winter ahead, this edition of Talk of Iowa features ways to connect with and support our neighbors, loved ones and those who are struggling. Host, Charity Nebbe talks with guests about ways that we can reach out safely during this time and talks with Iowans who've already been working hard to build community and support others.
Guests:
- Paul Lasley, Iowa State University
- Mary Frances Evans, executive director, IRIS
- Willie Ray Fairley, Willie Ray's Q Shack in Cedar Rapids
- Cam Schneider, volunteer coordinator, Supply Hive
- Chris Adcock, administrator, Southwest Iowa COVID-19 mutual aid Facebook group
